M46: Other inflammatory spondylopathies
M46.9: Inflammatory spondylopathy, unspecified
Inflammatory spondylopathy is a medical condition that primarily affects the spine. It's an umbrella term for a range of diseases characterized by inflammation in the vertebrae, the series of small bones that make up the spinal column. Symptoms can include back pain, stiffness, and difficulty in movement. The pain can vary in intensity, and often worsens during periods of inactivity or in the morning. Progression of the disease can lead to a decline in mobility, and in severe cases, can result in the vertebrae fusing together. The specific cause of the inflammation varies based on the specific type of spondylopathy. It's crucial to bear in mind that this is an unspecified code, thereby referring to inflammatory spondylopathy where the precise nature or type of inflammation is not further specified or known.
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